Année : 2024

This weekend, more than ever, is the time to take your family to the theaters. Mufasa: The Lion King and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 are opening on December 20. Both movies are expected to gross over $50 million domestically. With the Christmas and New Year holidays approaching, both movies should see a lot of business between now and January 1.
Holidays are also a time to stay home and watch movies. After spending money on presents, save a few bucks by streaming a free movie on a FAST service. On a FAST service, users must watch ads during their feature presentation, but it doesn’t cost a dime, so that’s a positive. If you need a recommendation, check out these three movies, including a 1990s thriller, a family musical, and a laugh-out-loud comedy.
We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.
In Air Force One, terrorists learn to never mess with Harrison Ford and his plane. The Han Solo actor plays President James Marshall in Air Force One. After attending a dinner in Moscow, President Marshall, his family, and the cabinet board Air Force One for a trip back to the U.S. After takeoff, Russian communist radicals disguised as journalists hijack the plane. The terrorists threaten to kill a hostage every 30 minutes until their leader is released from prison.
President Marshall was supposed to leave in an escape pod. However, he remained on board to help rescue his family. A former war veteran, the president relies on his training to stalk and eliminate the terrorists one by one. Air Force One is a classic 1990s thriller packed with action, entertainment, and a heroic Ford.
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Timothée Chalamet is about to showcase his performance as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown on Christmas Day. While Dylan wasn’t known for his voice, Chalamet performed all of the songs live. And Chalamet clearly has vocal chops, as evidenced in Paul King’s Wonka, the origin story of Willy Wonka from Roald Dahl’s classic book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
In the movie, Willy Wonka (Chalamet) is a young chocolatier who dreams of opening his own chocolate shop. Without money or the ability to read, Willy stays at a boarding house and works at a launderette. Despite the harsh conditions, Willy never loses sight of his dreams, using pure imagination to make his chocolate creations in this sweet, family-friendly movie.
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Do not trust the critics with their evaluation of Tommy Boy. On Rotten Tomatoes, Tommy Boy has a Tomatometer score of 39%. Meanwhile, the Popcornmeter, which accounts for fan scores, is at 90%. Listen to the fans. After taking seven years to graduate college, Tommy Callahan (Chris Farley) heads home to Sandusky, Ohio, to work for his father, Big Tom Callahan of Callahan Auto.
Shortly after marrying the younger Beverly (Bo Derek), Big Tom dies of a heart attack. Tommy inherits the failing company and must sell 500,000 brake pads to save it. With the help of Big Tom’s assistant, Richard (David Spade), Tommy hits the open road to search for new clients. You can’t go wrong with the comedic duo of SNL teammates Farley and Spade.
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The holiday season is here, and most people will be full of Christmas cheer. There isn’t a shortage of great Christmas content, from movies to TV shows, music, and even podcasts. However, those who aren’t afraid to step outside their comfort zone and try new movies will surely find the time to discover new and unseen gems hidden deep within their streaming services.
Underappreciated movies come in all shapes and sizes, from Christmas movies that might’ve flown under the radar at the time of their release to sentimental dramas perfect for a good cry. So, take this holiday season as an excuse to watch these great and sadly underrated movies, which will make any holiday season much more enjoyable.
Few streaming services have a deeper library of great movies than Max. The library is so deep and filled with good stuff, in fact, that there’s plenty of variety even within a specific genre. That can be exciting, but it can also make choosing the movie you actually want to watch pretty difficult. That’s why we’ve stepped in with three crime dramas that are well worth your time on Max.
Strangely enough, two of these movies star Kristen Stewart, but the movies themselves are very different and are separated by more than 20 years. Without further ado, here are three crime dramas on Max you should make time for this month.
Every year, Netflix releases a couple of movies not just because they might get watched by millions of subscribers but also because they might be able to contend for awards. While those movies aren’t guaranteed to be good, 2024’s The Piano Lesson just so happens to be worth your time.
The movie, which is adapted from an August Wilson play of the same name, tells the story of an impromptu reunion of a Black family in the 1950s. As they battle with one another over their own history, and a piano that is tied up in it, things take a turn for the supernatural. Here are three reasons the movie is worth watching this December.
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YORK, Neb. (KOLN) – The inmate convicted in one of four killings alongside her brother, Nikko Jenkins, was convicted of an assault for the second time in York.
A jury convicted 34-year-old Elluminati Egoddess Enikko Prestige, formerly known as Erica Jenkins, of second-degree assault on Wednesday. The trial lasted two days before a jury handed down its verdict. Prestige, who’s serving a life sentence, faces an additional 20 years in prison at her sentencing.
An arrest affidavit was not released in the case, but prosecutors alleged Prestige assaulted a 41-year-old individual while incarcerated at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women. It’s unclear if the victim was an inmate or a staff member.
Her latest conviction follows a previous assault conviction. In 2019, Prestige was sentenced to an additional 20 to 40 years in prison after she beat her former cellmate. Authorities said Prestige put a padlock inside a sock and beat the woman in their shared cell in September 2016.
Prestige was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. Prosecutors argued she had helped her brother, 38-year-old Nikko Jenkins, murder Curtis Bradford in Omaha in 2013. Alongside the life sentence, Prestige has been sentenced to 163 to 247 years in prison on multiple other charges.
Her sentencing in the latest assault conviction was scheduled for Feb. 20.
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Healey administration partners with western Massachusetts nonprofit for artificial intelligence hub  WWLP.com
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ISS036-E-009390 (18 June 2013) — One of the Expedition 36 crew members used a 180mm lens to photograph this vertical view of the island of Pico, the second largest of the Portuguese Azores in the North Atlantic Ocean. Mt. Pico, a prominent 2351-meter-high stratovolcano on the eastern end of Pico Island is the highest volcano in the Azores. Madalena is a municipality along the coast, home to about 6,000 inhabitants.
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The surge in altcoins around us has rekindled hopes for a Solana (SOL) rival, inspiring investors to gamble if any altcoin might match SOL’s explosive 11,192% increase from three years ago. Rexas Finance (RXS), a fast-growing coin generating waves with its presale performance and creative value proposition, is among the possibilities under close attention.
From obscure to the top of the crypto market, no case study in cryptocurrency success makes for quite as enjoyable a read as Solana. From March 2020 until now, SOL has traded between $0.50 and $1.50, with highly minimal activity for most of 2020. The bull market of 2021 fundamentally changed this. Since its early 2020 low, SOL’s price surged to $55.91 by May 2021. It dropped momentarily to $23.49 in July, then started climbing again, and finally peaked in November at $258.93.  Its rise from around $2.293 to its ATH shows an 11192% price return. The fast, cheap blockchain SOL developed attracted users and developers, driving its success. Its network expansion and acceptance by distributed apps (dApps) helped SOL become a strong Ethereum rival, ranking among the top altcoins by market capitalization.
The hunt for a Solana rival that can produce comparable gains has become more intense as the market anticipates the next cryptocurrency explosion. Investors are now paying attention to emerging ventures with disruptive potential, creative technology, and significant community support. Rexas Finance (RXS) is one altcoin that is becoming popular in this discussion. It is a token combining modern real-world asset (RWA) tokenization with significant presale momentum. Offering consumers a platform to tokenize and exchange real-world assets effortlessly, Rexas Finance (RXS) is positioned as a portal to the future of asset management. This covers everything from intellectual property and goods to real estate and artwork. As a Solana rival, RXS is persuasively arguing with its focus on asset liquidity and transnational investment possibilities. The presale performance of the project has especially been remarkable. With almost $28.78 million raised thus far, Rexas Finance is in the 10th stage of its presale and has a price of $0.15 as of writing. 
Early phases of the token sold faster than planned, indicating strong investor demand. RXS was priced at $0.03 during its first presale stage two months ago, a 5x increase in value in a short amount of time. The presale track of Rexas Finance points to a notable upward possibility. Projected to reach $0.20, the token guarantees meager profits for early investors before it finds a secondary market. Moreover, RXS is preparing for higher visibility and liquidity as it intends to list three of the top 10 Tier 1 exchanges worldwide, influencing its price development after its debut.
For Solana-like returns, RXS’s presale price of $0.15 would have to rise to about $17, or an 11,192% increase. Although such expansion seems unrealistic, numerous elements make this scenario realistic. First, the continuous progress in its presale phases demonstrates great market trust in Rexas Finance’s long-term prospects. 
Another noteworthy difference of the initiative is its creative emphasis on RWA tokenization, which targets a trillion-dollar market for tokenized assets. Unlike many speculative altcoins, RXS has actual use, which could inspire ongoing demand and acceptance. Second, much as Solana was in 2020, RXS gains from being an early-stage project. Historically, the crypto market has rewarded creative ideas during bull runs, so RXS is positioned to profit from the next market boom. Finally, Rexas Finance’s dedication to strategic exchange listings and ecosystem development reflects Solana’s early initiatives to establish a reputation and draw a devoted following. Using these techniques, RXS wants to become known as a top-notch cryptocurrency with explosive expansion capability.
The altcoin boom is sparking renewed optimism among investors, with many looking for the next Solana to replicate its 11,192% rise. Rexas Finance (RXS) has emerged as a promising contender in this narrative, offering a blend of strong presale performance, innovative use cases, and a clear roadmap for growth. With projections suggesting a potential rally to $17, early investors could see returns that rival Solana’s legendary ascent in the crypto bull run of 2021.

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Home » Home » SPACECOM Set Jan. 28-30 at Orange County Convention Center, Space Coast-Based All Points is Major Sponsor
By Space Coast Daily  //  December 20, 2024

The 2025 edition of SPACECOM, produced in partnership with the 51st Space Congress, is set from January 28-30 at the Orange County Convention Center.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – The 2025 edition of SPACECOM, produced in partnership with the 51st Space Congress, is set from January 28-30 at the Orange County Convention Center.
This long-standing event is produced by the Canaveral Council of Technical Societies in partnership with NASA-Kennedy Space Center.
SpaceCom is the premier, global commercial space event that attracts thousands of space professionals and the industry’s boldest leaders from the commercial, spaceport and defense sectors.
As part of Commercial Space Week, SpaceCom–51st Space Congress will bring together the entire space ecosystem including sub and prime contractors from commercial industry, international agencies and organizations, end-use markets, major government branches such as NASA, the DoD, the U.S. Space Force and Space Systems Command, spaceports from around the world, and so many more.
Space Coast-based All Points, a leading technical services provider to the aerospace industry who is a Platinum Sponsor and will have a major presence during the event, recently completed an early milestone in establishing new commercial infrastructure-as-a-service operations at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The All Points’ Space Prep team, in conjunction with NASA, has completed all necessary physical environmental studies, including boundary and topological surveys, on a 60-acre parcel that will host the Space Prep Kennedy Space Center Complex, located near NASA’s iconic Vehicle Assembly Building.
All Points SVP Kevin Brown to Moderate The Power of Public-Private Partnerships
On Thursday, January 30, All Points Senior Vice President of Business Development Kevin Brown will moderate a panel discussion of experts who will discuss “The Power of Public-Private Partnerships,” from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in room W340B at the convention center.

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Fliff Promo Code December 2024: ACTION | Spend $100, Get up to $500 in Fliff Coins!  The Action Network
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HONESDALE, Pa. — $16 million will settle a medical malpractice lawsuit after the death of a teenager in Wayne County. 
In November of 2022 16-year-old Samson Fluck went to Wayne Memorial Hospital after experiencing shortness of breath and chest pain. 
A chest x-ray showed a potential mass, but additional tests were not ordered. That mass turned out to be cancer, and Fluck died a few days after being discharged. 
“Our investigation determined that, had the correct diagnosis been made, steroid administration would have shrunken the mass, relieving the pressure on Samson’s aorta and trachea, and then chemotherapy would have offered Samson a greater than 90 percent chance of a cure,” said attorney Matt Casey. 
Fluck’s family filed the lawsuit in 2023,  the settlement was announced Friday. 
In a statement from Wayne Memorial Hospital, CEO James Pettinato said ” We understand that no amount of money could ever bring Samson back to his family. However, we hope this allows the family to focus on their recovery and future well-being”. 
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Stock Market Today: DJIA Gains 600 Points After PCE Inflation Data; Bitcoin, Telsa, Novo Nordisk in Focus  The Wall Street Journal
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Submission Deadline is March 14, 2025.
The Global 100 List offers a unique perspective on the global impact of the industry by recognizing companies exceeding $100 million in annual revenue. It provides a range of mutual learning not only for industry members but also for researchers, investors and—most important—those seeking opportunities within the industry.
Recognition for each of these companies is the culmination of months of research and the cooperation of many individuals around the world. Wherever possible, the DSN team seeks out public records and documents for publicly traded companies, and nearly 80 percent of the DSN Global 100 data is compiled from privately held companies.
To participate, a company need only submit a net revenue number validated by the CEO and certified by a qualified agent via Revenue Certification Form (RCF). The ranking criteria is net sales revenue from direct selling operations before commissions and without value-added tax.
DSN thanks all the companies that willingly participate in the Global 100 as well as the dedicated team of researchers who help present the remarkable achievements of direct sellers around the globe.
IF SOMEONE OTHER THAN THE TOP EXECUTIVE OFFICER ALSO SHOULD BE CONTACTED WITH THE NOMINATION INFORMATION, PLEASE SUBMIT THAT PERSON’S INFORMATION:
Please tell us a bit more about the company:
Please provide your direct selling operations’ net global sales revenue for 2024, before commissions paid and without value-added tax (VAT) in whole dollar amount and without commas.
By clicking SUBMIT, I certify that information presented in this form is true and accurate.
Why did DSN start the Global 100 list?
DSN created the Global 100 list to acknowledge the achievements of direct selling companies and to provide a clear picture of the magnitude of the industry. Just as every credible industry ranks its players—through Inc. 500, FORTUNE 500, and Forbes’ lists—DSN wanted to show the public what a viable and credible industry direct selling is.
Who uses the Global 100 list?
The DSN Global 100 list offers a unique perspective on the global impact the industry has on economic and social levels. It provides a scope of learning not only for industry members, but also for researchers, investors and those seeking opportunities within the industry. When DSN began the ranking in 2010, it was committed to creating a fair ranking that would showcase a transparent industry, thus providing credibility and consumer confidence as well as research support for those desiring information on direct selling companies.
What research process is utilized to produce the Global 100 ranking?
The identification of the companies to include in the DSN Global 100 list is the culmination of months of research and the cooperation of many individuals throughout the world. Wherever possible, the DSN team seeks out public records and documents for publicly traded companies exceeding $100 million in annual revenue. Additionally, the team reaches out to the private companies that may qualify for the ranking. Research begins in December and continues through to the publication of the Global 100 list. To fully reflect the global reach of direct selling, each year, DSN has been able to extend the boundaries of research by working with research partners, including China-based World Direct Selling Research Institute, to obtain information on international companies.
How is privately held company data compiled?
Nearly four-fifths of the DSN Global 100 data is derived from privately held companies. Most of this data comes from the companies themselves, which submit a revenue number validated by the CEO and certified by a qualified agent, and when they submit they enhance the value of the industry’s strategic objective to showcase a much more transparent business model. These companies could have chosen not to participate; however, their cooperative spirit, which so exemplifies this unique industry, makes the Global 100 ranking possible.
What revenue number does DSN ask for in the research process?
To participate in the DSN Global 100, a company need only submit a net revenue number validated by the CEO and certified by a qualified agent. DSN does not request confidential financial documents. DSN respects the financial privacy of all direct selling companies, asking that a company only reveal the annual revenue number that will allow it to be placed in the ranking.
What is the purpose of the Revenue Certification Form (RCF)?
In an effort to further ensure the integrity of the Global 100 list, DSN instituted the Revenue Certification Form, or RCF. The RCF requires all private companies to have their revenue number validated by the CEO and certified by a qualified agent (either at the applicant company or an outside independent source). DSN believes any company performing in a manner warranting identification and recognition as one of the Global 100 companies would proudly share its revenue number in a manner deemed fair to all.
Why isn’t Value-Added Tax included in the revenue number?
The ranking criteria is net sales revenue from direct selling operations before commissions and without value-added tax. The VAT, from DSN’s perspective, is certainly an integral part of the salesperson’s life; however, it is not a part of the corporate revenue as we track it.
Why aren’t some companies I know of on the list?
There are both nationally and internationally based companies worthy of recognition in the DSN Global 100 ranking that do not appear on the list. If you do not see a specific company it could be that (1) the company was contacted but declined to participate, (2) the company did not respond to requests, or (3) the company did not submit information in time. Each year, new companies come onto the radar screen and every attempt is made to connect with them.
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